JUN
2
POSTPONED Summer Reading: Stomp, Clap, and Sing with Michael Napolitano
Today's concert is postponed to observe "Blackout Tuesday," a music industry action to postpone all music events, calling for people to reconnect with their community and to reflect on racial injustice.
Michael Napolitano of Michael...
POSTPONED Summer Reading: Mime Over Matter with Bill Bowers
Today's concert is postponed to observe "Blackout Tuesday," a music industry action to postpone all music events, calling for people to reconnect with their community and to reflect on racial injustice.
Mime is the most ancient of the...
28th Amendment Town Hall, moderated by Craig Manbauman
BPL Presents, the programming team of Brooklyn Public Library, started the 28th Amendment Project earlier this year and, continuing the project, now invites the public online to help to draft the 28th amendment to the Constitution. The 27th...
JUN
3
Summer Reading: Hurry Up!
We've all been forced to slow down a bit. In Neal's latest book with the late Kate Dopirak, we learn that a moment of mindfulness can be fun. A busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together... Brooklyn-based children's book...
JUN
4
Summer Reading: New York International Children’s Film Festival – Short Takes
UKA (All Ages), 3 min.
By Valle Comba, NYICFF 2017
Watch: https://vimeo.com/247026939
Life for Uka is grey and dull until she finds a way of changing how she sees the world.
Talking points:
How does Uka feel...
JUN
5
Summer Reading: Yoga for Kids
Ms. Corinne uses her imagination, storytelling, songs and help from her audience to travel through space and time! We’ll learn about different yoga techniques that teach us to be present, creative, and mindful, all while stretching our bodies...
JUN
7
Classical Interludes: Carlos Almeida
Originally from Rio de Janeiro, guitarist/vocalist Carlos Almeida has been living in New York since 1987. During his career, he has played with major Brazilian stars, including Beth Carvalho, Jorje Aragão, Alcione, Martinho da Vila, Jair...
JUN
8
Summer Reading: Mil’s Trills
Mil's Trills is performing a *special online concert* to help kids and families cope with being stuck at home due to the coronavirus crisis. Tune in, connect, and engage with original playful uplifting songs, and interactive songwriting...
JUN
9
Summer Reading: Stomp, Clap, and Sing with Gustafer Yellowgold
Gustafer Yellowgold’s Show is a funny and touching multimedia performance of music, colored pencil animations and storytelling. The music and ‘moving art’ shows are performed by two-time Grammy-nominated songwriter, cartoonist, and author, Morgan...
Summer Reading: Drag Queen Story Hour Livestream
Enjoy songs and stories for kids age 3-8 during a livestream Drag Queen Story Hour. This event is presented in partnership with New York City Council Member Laurie Cumbo and Brooklyn Public Library. Watch live on DQSHNYC's Instagram, or...
Green Series: The Condor and the Eagle Screening
The June Green Series presented by Brooklyn Public Library's BPL Presents features a screening and discussion of The Condor & the Eagle.
The Condor and the Eagle documents the stories of four well-known Native environmental...
28th Amendment Town Hall, moderated by Brynna Tucker
BPL Presents, the programming team of Brooklyn Public Library, started the 28th Amendment Project earlier this year and, continuing the project, now invites the public online to help to draft the 28th amendment to the Constitution. The 27th...
JUN
10
Science Edutainment
Welcome to the laboratory of Bill Louden Science! “Brainy Bill” amazes and amuses crowds of all ages and sizes with his incredible live science demonstrations.
View the broadcast on Zoom at 3 PM.
Summer Reading: In My Garden
Join Phil C. Stead as he discusses the making of his new book, IN MY GARDEN, written by Charlotte Zolotow. Philip will do a live demonstration of a technique he used to make the illustrations. Kids (and grownups) will be encouraged to follow...
JUN
11
Summer Reading: New York International Children’s Film Festival – Short Takes
Eagle Blue (all ages), 4 min.
By Will Rose
A bold palette and a swaying beat bolster Eagle Blue high above the mountaintop, but she must swoop in and provide a proper meal for her hungry chicks
Watch: https...
A Zoom Discussion on Poet Joseph Brodsky
Join translators Ann Kjellberg and Glyn Maxwell for a Zoom discussion of the Selected Works from the Nobel Laureate Joseph Brodsky.
Joseph Brodsky spent his life advocating for the place of the poet in society. As Derek Walcott said...
The King Lear Project
The King Lear Project presents streamlined readings of scenes from Shakespeare’s King Lear to engage diverse audiences—including older adults, caregivers, and family members—in open, healing, constructive, discussions about the challenges of...
JUN
12
Summer Reading: Opera Soup
Opera Soup is an imaginative and interactive performance that explores the basic “ingredients” it takes to make an opera. This engaging show, performed by professional opera singer Dr. Lori Mirabal, sparks interest in opera with the use of...
JUN
14
Classical Interludes: Ahmed Alom
Cuban-born Ahmed Alom is a uniquely versatile, classically trained pianist who since his arrival in New York City has become one of the leading young figures in piano performance. He has won a dazzling number of international competitions and has...
JUN
15
Summer Reading: Los tres cochinitos/The Three Little Pigs by Scaramouches Puppet Theatre
The Three Little Pigs is a fable about three pigs who build three houses of different materials. A Big Bad Wolf blows down the first two piggies houses, made of straw and sticks respectively, but is unable to destroy the third pig's house, made...
Reggae, Calypso/Soca & Folk Music with Conroy Warren
Feeling the beat! Enjoy the power and pleasure of Jazz, Calypso and Reggae through singing and dancing in this interactive performance with versatile entertainer Conroy Warren. It’s fun! It’s exciting!
View the broadcast on Facebook Live...
JUN
16
Summer Reading: Stomp, Clap, and Sing with Josh Lovelace
Josh Lovelace, Knoxville, Tennessee native and member of the Grammy-nominated rock band NEEDTOBREATHE performs joyous and heartfelt family style Americana. His warm-hearted songwriting and rich musicianship blend together in concert for an...
True Play Improv
Using the tools of our current reality, this Facebook Live session will get us playing together, even when we're socially distant. True Play Improv is...
JUN
17
Science Edutainment
Welcome to the laboratory of Bill Louden Science! “Brainy Bill” amazes and amuses crowds of all ages and sizes with his incredible live science demonstrations.
View the broadcast on Zoom at 3 PM.
Summer Reading: Author/Illustrator Javaka Steptoe
Javaka Steptoe, award winning author and illustrator, will host an interactive book reading and arts & crafts workshop for children.
JUN
19
Summer Reading: Virtual Ballet with Angelina Ballerina
Take your first (or second...or hundredth!) ballet class along with Angelina Ballerina! We'll meet ballet’s favorite mouse, Angelina Ballerina, in one of her books, and then join in on the fun. Learn some new ballet terms, get some stretching in...
JUN
20
Summer Reading: Drag Queen Story Hour
Join Miz Jade for Drag Queen Story Hour and enjoy stories and songs for kids ages 3-8. Watch live on Drag Queen Story Hour NYC's Instagram, or afterward on Brooklyn Public Library's Instagram page.
JUN
21
Classical Interludes: Christos Rafalides
Born and raised in Greece, Christos came to the United States to complete his musical studies, and today is regarded as one of the stellar voices among vibraphonists. Together with his quartet, Manhattan Vibes, Christos has fascinated audiences...
JUN
22
Summer Reading: Joanie Leeds
NYC based singer-songwriter Joanie Leeds has won 1st place in the USA Songwriting Competition, an Independent Music Award, a Gold Parents' Choice Award, NAPPA Gold Award, Family Choice Award and is a John Lennon Songwriting Award Finalist and an...
JUN
23
Summer Reading: Drag Queen Story Hour Livestream
Enjoy songs and stories for kids age 3-8 during a livestream Drag Queen Story Hour. This event is presented in partnership with New York City Council Member Laurie Cumbo and Brooklyn Public Library. Watch live on DQSHNYC's Instagram, or...
JUN
24
Summer Reading: Dear Beast
Join Dori Hillestad Butler as she discusses her new chapter book series, DEAR BEAST, illustrated by Kevan Atteberry. She will share some behind-the-book fun facts about the series, her inspiration, and her writing process. Dori will be answering...
JUN
25
Summer Reading: New York International Children’s Film Festival – Short Takes
Luminaris
Recommended ages: All Ages
Argentina
Animation, Juan Pablo Zaramella, 2010, 7 min.
If you’ve been sitting around your house, staring at the ceiling wondering how lightbulbs are made, this brilliant short,...
JUN
26
Summer Reading: Sing-a-long with Folktales from Around the World
Last year, Jono Waldman was performing in a national tour of a musical he wrote, but now he's stuck in his living room just like you! Join him for a sing-along, followed by storytelling performances of a different international folktale. Do you...
JUN
28
Classical Interludes: Marcos Ariel plays the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim
Born in Rio de Janeiro during Carnaval, pianist Marcos Ariel has Rio in his blood, but these days he divides his time between Brazil and the United States. Renowned in both countries as a specialist in the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim, he...
JUN
30
Summer Reading: Stomp, Clap & Sing with Aly Sunshine from Funkytown Playground
Join Aly from Funkytown Playground to jump and jam with shakers & tambourines. Get on board a magical safari or silly farm.
JUL
1
Summer Reading: African Dancing and Folktales Workshop
Participants become the storytellers in a series of African folktales as our facilitator guides them through an African Dance workshop. Accompanied by live percussion music.
View the program on the Urban Stages Facebook page...
JUL
2
Summer Reading: Bubbles the Clown
Have fun with the antics of Bubbles the Silly Entertainer. She will have you and your entire family, dancing and moving and groving.
View the broadcast on Zoom at 2 PM.
JUL
3
Summer Reading: Rock N Lolo - Learn Spanish through Music
Rock N Lolo, "Where kids learn Spanish through Original Music.
Rock N Lolo continue sharing love and bringing joy to each little one’s home.
30 minutes long full of singing and dancing, while learning Spanish, and most importantly...
JUL
6
Summer Reading: Magic of Amore
Amore delights audiences with his magic show, full of side-splitting comedy and audience participation. For kids ages 7 & up.
View the broadcast on Zoom at 11 AM.
Meeting ID: 831 9861 1083
JUL
7
Summer Reading: Pourquoi Stories - How and Why Tales From Around the World
Before there was science, people told stories to answer questions such as: Why is the sky so far away? How did the leopard get its spots? Why are there mosquitoes? Find out WHY with storyteller Robin Bady.
View the broadcast on Facebook...
JUL
8
Summer Reading: Louie Miranda
Louie Miranda has been dazzling the hearts of children, parents & teachers everywhere he goes. He is unique, original & loved by an ever-growing population across the country! He has played with numerous ensembles performing music in a...
JUL
9
Summer Reading: Science Edutainment
Welcome to the laboratory of Bill Louden Science! “Brainy Bill” amazes and amuses crowds of all ages and sizes with his incredible live science demonstrations.
View the broadcast on Zoom at 2 PM.
JUL
10
Summer Reading: VAMOS TODOS Music Garden: Spring Celebration!
When international artists The Agents of Jam accept a mission to celebrate Spring around the world, they don't need a map ... they just "follow the tunes!" This lively show -- aimed at kids ages 2 to 10 -- invites you to join in on the globe-...
JUL
13
Summer Reading: Spin, Pop, Boom
Are you ready for some fun science?
Witness amazing feats of chemistry as we explore all sorts of spectacular reactions. Mad Science is a group that is on a mission to spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing...
JUL
14
Summer Reading: Silly Jazz and Camille!
Come dance along to “silly jazz” with comedian and jazz singer, Camille Harris. Popular songs include: “The Monster Under My Bed,” “Muffin Man,” and “Chopsticks.”
View the broadcast on Zoom at 11 AM.
Password: cooldude
JUL
15
Summer Reading: Stewzo Musical Puppet Show
Kids love this unique show as Stewzo performs funny songs with his guitar and comedy routines with his cast of wacky ventriloquist puppets and characters. Lots of surprises, magic, and audience participation.
View the broadcast on Zoom at...
JUL
16
Summer Reading: Anansi The Spider: A West African Folktale
A Celebration of West African Folktales performed by Nadine Grisar. Puppetry in Practice uses the creative arts to enhance literacy, spark curiosity and imagination, and engage in cultural immersions in the countries of origin that make our city...
JUL
17
Summer Reading: The Magician's Workshop
Introduces children to the fascinating world of magic and magicians.
View the broadcast on Zoom at 2 PM.
Meeting ID: 830 2699 7080
Password: 384244
JUL
20
Summer Reading: Stories From Latin America
This collection of stories involves sneaky characters who use wit and humor to trick their often bigger and scarier opponents.
View the broadcast on Facebook Live at 2 PM.
